Publisher's Synopsis
The Trial and Execution, for Petit Treason, of Mark and Phillis: Slaves of Captain John Codman (1883) is a historical account written by Abner Cheney Goodell Jr. The book tells the story of Mark and Phillis, two slaves owned by Captain John Codman in colonial Massachusetts. The couple was accused of murdering Codman's wife, Rebecca, in 1755. The trial that followed was one of the most sensational of its time, with the prosecution arguing that the slaves had committed petit treason, a crime punishable by death. The book provides a detailed account of the trial, including the testimony of witnesses and the arguments made by both the prosecution and defense. It also explores the social and legal context of slavery in colonial America and the ways in which the trial reflected the tensions and contradictions of the time. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of slavery, the legal system, and the social and cultural dynamics of colonial America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
